John Cody (American, b. 1948). Turtle serpentine stone sculpture, n.d. Hand signed "Cody". A hand-carved serpentine stone sculpture depicting an endearing turtle leaning upon a boulder by American artist John Cody. This striking composition was skillfully carved from a single block of beautiful serpentine stone, replete with deep shades of green and attractive veining. Cody rendered the turtle with its limbs tucked beneath its shell, leaning upon a rough hewn boulder. Cody's penchant for voluminous forms and marvelous textures further imbues the reptile's flesh and shell as well as the contiguous boulder with impressive naturalism. Hand-signed "CODY" by the artist, this mesmerizing sculpture is one-of-a-kind and sure to appeal to anyone who appreciates one of planet earth's wisest and most patient creatures, not to mention Cody's impressive artistry and technique. Size: 15" L x 11" W x 13" H (38.1 cm x 27.9 cm x 33 cm)

About the artist: John Cody is a self-taught artist living in southern California. Born in New York City in 1948, Cody spent much of his youth in Virginia where he began began collecting and carving stones at the age of 18, mainly serpentine stone from the Santa Ynez Valley. Each work is carved and polished by hand - a labor-intensive process, the stone then waterproofed and sealed. His work has gained international recognition, and his most recent exhibition was in 2019 at the Elverhoj Museum of History and Art.

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Provenance: private Park City, Utah, USA collection

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  • Hand signed "Cody". Some scratches and abrasions to surface. White scuff on the nose. No repairs or restoration. Artist sealed and waterproofed the stone.

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January 30, 2025 8:00 AM MST
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